In the figure, ∠VXW = 90°. ∠VXY is 35° more than ∠WXY.
- What line is perpendicular to VX?
- Find ∠VXY.
(a)
Line WX or XW is perpendicular to VX.
(b)
∠WXY = 1 u
∠VXY = 1 u + 35
1 u + 1 u + 35° = 90° (Right angle)
2 u = 90° - 35° = 55°
1 u = 55° ÷ 2 = 27.5°
∠VXY
= 27.5° + 35°
= 62.5°
Answer(s): (a) WX or XW; (b) 62.5°